Grundsatzprogramm
basic programme; a party's fundamental policy manifesto
noun GROONT-zahts-pro-gramm Rare
Usage Note
Grundsatzprogramm is the long-term ideological platform of a party, distinguishable from the Wahlprogramm (election manifesto), which addresses specific upcoming elections with concrete pledges.
Examples
"Die SPD überarbeitete ihr Grundsatzprogramm nach jahrelanger Debatte."
Natural Translation
The SPD revised its basic programme after years of debate.
Literal Translation
The SPD revised its basic-programme after year-long debate.
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